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Question 1

Utility Specialist – San Francisco Water Power Sewer

Answer

Utility Specialist

Who are we?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)

Headquartered in San Francisco, we have 2,300 employees working in seven counties with a combined annual operating budget of over $900 million.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services in a manner that values environmental and community interests and sustains the resources entrusted to our care.

Our Vision: We are an innovative utility leader, recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness.

We are an award-winning and industry-leading utilities organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.sfwater.org

We are proud of our infrastructure and programs, but most importantly, we value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce which ensures that this vision becomes a reality. As you explore career opportunities with us, download our career guide and learn about what you can expect during the hiring process.

Position Description:

Under general direction, the Retail Services Specialist performs complex quantitative analyses and studies; prepares and presents findings; develops, implements and documents analytical and predictive models and systems; under direction, conducts contract negotiations; provides analytical support for regulatory proceedings, including serving as the City’s expert in hearings, mediation, arbitration and technical working groups; provides guidance and training for junior analysts; prepares and presents analyses to colleagues, decision-makers and other stakeholders; develops, documents and updates business processes, section policies and procedures.

Successful candidates should have experience in utilizing utility software and/or databases and reports to conduct complex analyses, developing and maintaining electric load forecast and other models; managing large datasets; and developing and authoring reports. Successful candidate must have the ability to interpret and work within regulations, contracts and policy directives; translate technical terms and concepts for non-technical users; suggest and document process improvements; and ability to use independent judgment within established policies.

This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Utility Specialists should be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to keep management and key project stakeholders informed of important project milestones and events.

Essential Functions:

Maintaining and developing models to forecast electric load over short, medium, and long-term horizons for scheduling, budgeting, planning and reporting, and managing documentation of same
Assisting with administration of, and operating various utility software packages, including some or all of energy forecasting, meter data management, energy accounting, and power scheduling/risk management software
Querying large databases and performing analysis of resulting data sets to produce required information and reports
Developing criteria and specifications for reporting.
Preparing/managing various reports on electric generation, load, billing, forecasts, etc., for compliance with local, state and federal agencies
Developing and implementing policies and procedures for various Retail Services areas of responsibility
Planning, implementing and documenting new procedures and processes necessary to comply with regulatory requirements, City policy and Power Enterprise business practices
Monitoring operations (generation, loads, trade activity) for compliance with risk management and reporting requirements

In addition, the position may:

Serve as lead analyst for operational audits
Serve as lead in negotiating agreements with other Departments and agencies and resolving issues with those relationships
Coordinate the work of other analysts as lead on some projects
Class 5602 Utility Specialist performs other related duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

If you are interested in a job like this, we are looking for people that have the following:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major coursework in Law, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or other field related to the utility business; AND
Four years of verifiable journey-level work experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, scheduling, cost estimating and resource projecting for mid to large scale projects; water supply management and planning; power operations planning and scheduling; analysis, interpretation and application of utility contracts and regulations in either water, power (electric and/or natural gas), telecommunications, or a wastewater program; utility market and environmental analysis and planning; power supply and transmission rates and contracts; generation, transmission or distribution planning and design; or long-term utility systems planning.

SUBSTITUTION: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL CONDITION: One (1) years or twelve (12) months of verifiable work experience in the Electricity Sector/Energy Markets.

The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience with energy, financial or other forecasting
Knowledge of statistical analysis
Knowledge of or familiarity with electric industry and markets
Report and presentation design (e.g., in Excel and PowerPoint)
Databases and reporting tools
Analysis of large data sets
Software used by the electric utility (forecasting, meter data, billing, energy accounting, etc.)

The stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in the “Education” and “Training and Employment Record” sections of the City and County of San Francisco online application by the filing deadline. A resume does NOT substitute for this section of the City application and will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456.

Verification of required work experience typically must be on the employer’s letterhead, and must include the applicant’s name, job title, description of job duties, dates of employment, hours per week, and signature of the employer, supervisor, or appropriate representative.

Employees of the City and County of San Francisco may submit performance evaluations showing duties performed to verify qualifying City experience. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee’s class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Commission Rules. CCSF employees will not receive credit for experience obtained outside of their classification unless recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Service Rule 110.9.1/111A.11.2.

Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted.

Verification of required valid licensure/certification typically must be a photocopy of the license/certificate including the name of the issuing agency as well as the name of the license/certificate holder, license/certificate number, and expiration date.

HOW TO APPLY

https://jobapscloud.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PBT&R2=5602&R3=095434

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to register an account (if you have not already done so) and begin the application process.

Select the desired job announcement
Select “Apply” and read and acknowledge the information
Select either “I am a New User” if you have not previously registered, or “I have Registered Previously”
Follow instructions on the screen

In line with the Official Public Health Order to slow the spread of COVID-19, “shelter-in-place” has been issued for all San Francisco residents that is expected to be in effect until further notice. As a result, Department of Human Resources (DHR)’s office (located at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103) is currently closed to the general public. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Human Resources Analyst listed on this announcement.

We communicate by email.

You may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that your registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, you must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on your computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, you should set up your email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses: @sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu. You will receive a confirmation email that your online application has been received in response to every announcement for which you apply. You should retain the confirmation email for your records. Failure to receive the email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Word of advice:

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Have questions about the application process?

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Monica Guzman, or by email at mguzman@sfwater.org or jobs@sfwater.org.

Question 2

Utility Specialist, Origination and Power – San Francisco Water Power Sewer

Answer

Utility Specialist, Origination & Power

Who are we?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)

Headquartered in San Francisco, we have 2,300 employees working in seven counties with a combined annual operating budget of over $900 million.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services in a manner that values environmental and community interests and sustains the resources entrusted to our care.

Our Vision: We are an innovative utility leader, recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness.

We are an award-winning and industry-leading utilities organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.sfwater.org

We are proud of our infrastructure and programs, but most importantly, we value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce which ensures that this vision becomes a reality. As you explore career opportunities with us, download our career guide and learn about what you can expect during the hiring process.

Division Description:

The Power Enterprise comprises two business units: Hetch Hetchy Power, the municipal utility, and CleanPowerSF, the community choice aggregator. Origination and Power Supply group is in the Operations Division supporting the energy management needs of these business units.

Position Description:

Under general administrative direction of the Origination and Power Supply Manager, develop and negotiate long-term Power Purchase Agreements with energy suppliers. Work collaboratively with Hetch Hetchy Power and CleanPowerSF program staff to analyze supply needs and strategies using the Portfolio Management Tool. Assist with the Integrated Resource Planning, executing short-term energy contracts, professional services and other contracting needs.

Essential Functions:

Manage procurement of short-term and long-term energy contracts.
Develop and issue RFPs for energy purchases.
Develop analytical and predictive models; incorporates results of analyses into proposals/recommendations and reports; develop presentations; conduct a wide variety of analytical studies related to assessment of operational effectiveness and other complex studies as assigned.
Directly negotiates, develops and manages professional service contracts, rates and service terms; provides negotiation support on division-wide multi-year contracts; establishes rate policies and negotiating parameters for short-term purchase and sale transactions and agreements; meets and negotiates with energy suppliers.
Liaison with Power Enterprise work groups and City Attorney.
Communicate technical ideas and concepts to business users, vendors, and to non-technical persons.
Supervise Utility Analysts and other technical personnel and provides technical support and expertise for assigned specialty area.
Monitor operations to ensure compliance with policy directives, laws, regulations and contractual constraints.
Identify operational constraints and develops, evaluates or recommends policies and procedures to improve operations, mitigate risks, increase revenues and decrease costs.
Develop, implement and maintains database systems for power supply contracts, portfolio positions, energy consumption and other data
Class 5602 Utility Specialist performs other related duties as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

If you are interested in a job like this, we are looking for people that have the following:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major coursework in Law, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or other field related to the utility business; AND
Four years (4) of verifiable journey-level work experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, scheduling, cost estimating and resource projecting for mid to large scale projects; water supply management and planning; power operations planning and scheduling; analysis, interpretation and application of utility contracts and regulations in either water, power (electric and/or natural gas), telecommunications, or a wastewater program; utility market and environmental analysis and planning; power supply and transmission rates and contracts; generation, transmission or distribution planning and design; or long-term utility systems planning

SUBSTITUTION: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Special Conditions:

Twelve (12) months of verifiable experience in the Energy Market
Twelve (12) months verifiable experience in the Electricity Sector/Energy Market

The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience in energy data analytics, power project valuations, decision analysis and standard energy modeling and simulation software packages and an understanding of wholesale energy market and trading concepts
Degree in engineering, economics or business administration
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in the “Education” and “Training and Employment Record” sections of the City and County of San Francisco online application by the filing deadline. A resume does NOT substitute for this section of the City application and will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456.

Verification of required work experience typically must be on the employer’s letterhead, and must include the applicant’s name, job title, description of job duties, dates of employment, hours per week, and signature of the employer, supervisor, or appropriate representative.

Employees of the City and County of San Francisco may submit performance evaluations showing duties performed to verify qualifying City experience. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee’s class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Commission Rules. CCSF employees will not receive credit for experience obtained outside of their classification unless recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Service Rule 110.9.1/111A.11.2.

Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted.

Verification of required valid licensure/certification typically must be a photocopy of the license/certificate including the name of the issuing agency as well as the name of the license/certificate holder, license/certificate number, and expiration date.

HOW TO APPLY

https://jobapscloud.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PBT&R2=5602&R3=106946

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to register an account (if you have not already done so) and begin the application process.

Select the desired job announcement
Select “Apply” and read and acknowledge the information
Select either “I am a New User” if you have not previously registered, or “I have Registered Previously”
Follow instructions on the screen

In line with the Official Public Health Order to slow the spread of COVID-19, “shelter-in-place” has been issued for all San Francisco residents that is expected to be in effect until further notice. As a result, Department of Human Resources (DHR)’s office (located at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103) is currently closed to the general public. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Human Resources Analyst listed on this announcement.

We communicate by email.

You may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that your registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, you must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on your computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, you should set up your email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses: @sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu. You will receive a confirmation email that your online application has been received in response to every announcement for which you apply. You should retain the confirmation email for your records. Failure to receive the email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Word of advice:

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Have questions about the application process?

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Monica Guzman, by email at Mguzman@sfwater.org.

Question 3

Regulatory and Legislative Specialist – San Francisco Water Power Sewer

Answer

Regulatory and Legislative Specialist

Who are we?

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)

Headquartered in San Francisco, we have 2,300 employees working in seven counties with a combined annual operating budget of over $900 million.

Our Mission: To provide our customers with high quality, efficient, and reliable water, power, and wastewater services in a manner that values environmental and community interests and sustains the resources entrusted to our care.

Our Vision: We are an innovative utility leader, recognized for excellent results in service, safety, stewardship, and inclusiveness. We are an award-winning and industry-leading utilities organization committed to our customers, community interests, and the environment. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website at www.sfwater.org

We are proud of our infrastructure and programs, but most importantly, we value our highly qualified and dedicated workforce which ensures that this vision becomes a reality. As you explore career opportunities with us, download our career guide and learn about what you can expect during the hiring process.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under direction of the Regulatory and Legislative Affairs Manager, the 5602 Utility Specialist provides analytical and policy support on current energy regulatory, legislative and ratemaking matters that affect San Francisco’s energy interests, in particular, the operations of the Power Enterprise, and evaluating the impacts of existing and proposed regulations and legislation on the Power Enterprise and on San Francisco.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

Monitoring and participating in regulatory and legislative matters at federal, state and local forums related to developing or acquiring renewable resources and energy efficiency programs
Analysis of climate change and greenhouse gas regulations, renewable portfolio standards, and other regulatory and legislative changes
Assessing the City’s rights and ability to develop and deliver transmission and distribution services
Fostering new load serving opportunities
Ensuring compliance with new regulatory and legislative requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

If you are interested in a job like this, we are looking for people that have the following:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university preferably with major coursework in Law, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or other field related to the utility business; AND

Four years of verifiable journey-level work experience in one or more of the following areas: planning, scheduling, cost estimating and resource projecting for mid to large scale projects; water supply management and planning; power operations planning and scheduling; analysis, interpretation and application of utility contracts and regulations in either water, power (electric and/or natural gas), telecommunications, or a wastewater program; utility market and environmental analysis and planning; power supply and transmission rates and contracts; generation, transmission or distribution planning and design; or long-term utility systems planning.

SUBSTITUTION: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL CONDITION: Twelve (12) months of California Electric Sector Regulation Experience.

The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in the “Education” and “Training and Employment Record” sections of the City and County of San Francisco online application by the filing deadline. A resume does NOT substitute for this section of the City application and will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456.

Verification of required work experience typically must be on the employer’s letterhead, and must include the applicant’s name, job title, description of job duties, dates of employment, hours per week, and signature of the employer, supervisor, or appropriate representative. Employees of the City and County of San Francisco may submit performance evaluations showing duties performed to verify qualifying City experience. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee’s class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Commission Rules. CCSF employees will not receive credit for experience obtained outside of their classification unless recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Service Rule 110.9.1/111A.11.2.

Experience claimed in self-employment will only be accepted if supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to minimum qualifications above. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupation and total earnings must be submitted.

Verification of required valid licensure/certification typically must be a photocopy of the license/certificate including the name of the issuing agency as well as the name of the license/certificate holder, license/certificate number, and expiration date.

HOW TO APPLY

https://jobapscloud.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PBT&R2=5602&R3=103567

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit www.jobaps.com/sf to register an account (if you have not already done so) and begin the application process.

Select the desired job announcement
Select “Apply” and read and acknowledge the information
Select either “I am a New User” if you have not previously registered, or “I have Registered Previously”
Follow instructions on the screen

In line with the Official Public Health Order to slow the spread of COVID-19, “shelter-in-place” has been issued for all San Francisco residents that is expected to be in effect until further notice. As a result, Department of Human Resources (DHR)’s office (located at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103) is currently closed to the general public. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Human Resources Analyst listed on this announcement.

We communicate by email.

You may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that your registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, you must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on your computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, you should set up your email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses: @sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu. You will receive a confirmation email that your online application has been received in response to every announcement for which you apply. You should retain the confirmation email for your records. Failure to receive the email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Word of advice:

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Have questions about the application process?

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Monica Guzman, or by email at mguzman@sfwater.org or jobs@sfwater.org.

Question 4

Advanced Energy Project Associate – HYDE Engineering Services

Answer

Advanced Energy Project Associate

Application Deadline: Candidates evaluated on a rolling basis.

Start Date: Immediately

Company Description

Hyde Engineering Services Inc. (HES) is an electrical and software engineering services company based in Boulder, CO. The projects we work on are first-of-their-kind advanced energy projects ranging from battery storage and microgrids to machine learning for energy markets.

We are helping to facilitate a global change in energy infrastructure with smart and connected projects that exceed our customers’ expectations.

Position Summary

HES is seeking an Advanced Energy Project Associate to support the firm’s growth in multiple business units. HES is rapidly expanding the scope of its business to include some of the most exciting technology developments driving the energy industry today. Candidates will gain first-hand experience in building out a new business unit, as well as interfacing with clients, vendors, and investors.

In this role, you will work with the HES Business Development team in creating the foundation of a new business unit. Important components of the work will include key account project management, supporting client diligence, and client relationship management for multiple advanced energy engagements. Specifically, you will be responsible for:

Supporting project management on a diverse set of advanced energy projects
Developing client proposals to cultivate a pipeline of new business opportunities
Creating and maintaining investor-specific pitch decks to support due diligence
Assisting in growth of the HES data-as-a-service and energy software product line
Monitoring developments in regional energy markets and create timely investor briefings
Conducting market research and generate periodic reports to help guide Hyde’s strategy

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (minimum) or advanced degree in engineering, business, energy, or finance
Minimum of 1-3 years work experience in client-facing or partnership development roles

(Required)

Experience/familiarity with energy markets, ISO/RTO operations, and electric power systems
Professionalism in all regards, high standards for deliverable quality, prompt and respectful communication etiquette, and keen attention to detail
Aesthetic and design sensibilities in developing client/investor-ready content
Ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise, and accessible way, both in person and in writing (Required)
Natural tendency to take initiative independently, solve problems creatively, and pursue new skills or knowledge with vigor (Required)
Self-manager (Required)

Compensation and Logistics

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with candidate experience.

Hyde Engineering Services is currently working remotely due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. When it is safe and appropriate to do so, this position will be based out of company headquarters in Boulder, CO.

Equal Opportunity

Hyde Engineering Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Hyde Engineering is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Application

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and your favorite Gantt Chart to info@hydeeng.com with subject line “Advanced Energy Project Associate”.

Question 5

Transmission System Operator Associate – LCRA

Answer

Transmission System Operator Associate

Job No: 493474
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78732, Austin, TX 78744, Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), Other

Working in Transmission Operations at LCRA is working in the heart of the electric grid in Texas.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the capability to contribute to a dynamic team that is instrumental in maintaining safety of personnel, ensuring the reliability of the electric grid, driving continuous improvement, and assisting with the creation of automated solutions to solve operational challenges.

This position will be promoted to Trans System Operator upon achievement of NERC certification and completion of the LCRA System Operator training program.

What you will do:

• Gains working knowledge of system operations, including general knowledge of LCRA’s transmission system, power system fundamentals, and all System Operations procedures, manuals, handbooks, plans and technology systems. Gains working knowledge of Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) and State Estimator tools and applications.
• Under supervision, monitors and controls (through SCADA) transmission and substation facilities to ensure transmission line and transformer loading within ratings.
• Under supervision, maintains a reliable transmission system voltage profile with operations within first contingency limits.
• Assists Transmission System Operator in restoring load and service to transmission and substation facilities, including during force majeure and mandated load shedding events. Assists Transmission System Operator in Black Start restoration activities.
• Under supervision, writes/checks/issues switching orders for transmission and substation facilities consistent with the Transmission Services Safety and Health Handbook, LCRA Transmission Switching Procedures Manual, and System Operations Procedures to ensure safety of field personnel while making transmission and substation facilities available for maintenance and construction activities.
• Ensures appropriate communications on all transmission events to LCRA System Operations management, LCRA Customers, and ERCOT.
• Logs all activities (planned and unplanned events) in the System Operator Daily Log to provide current system status.
• Monitors and reports all communication problems on RTU’s and the EMS to ensure vital communications are available for normal and emergency operations.
• Utilizes one-line diagrams as a tool in writing and checking switching orders.
• Assists Transmission System Operator in shedding firm load during ERCOT Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) event or any events where shedding firm load is necessary to maintain the integrity of the transmission grid and/or for the safety of personnel and equipment.
• Studies and works to obtain NERC Operator Certification and ERCOT System Operator Certification.
• Provides recommendations to System Operations management on operating procedures, EMS enhancements, and training topics to improve processes and procedures.
• Monitors weather conditions to ensure LCRA system operations readiness during adverse weather conditions.

What qualifications you must have:

– Two or more years experience in real-time operation and control of electric transmission and/or distribution systems, transmission equipment field operations or power plant operations.
– A degree(s) in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, electronics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
– Fluent in the English language

What qualifications it would be nice for you to have:

What we offer you:

– Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

– 401(k) match up to 8%

– Paid time off, sick leave and disability benefits

– Wellness program including wellness incentive

– Extensive learning & development program

And more – all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Question 6

Transmission System Operator Sr. – LCRA

Answer

Transmission System Operator Sr.

Job No: 493523
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78732, Austin, TX 78744, Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), Other

Working in Transmission Operations at LCRA is working in the heart of the electric grid in Texas. The successful candidate must demonstrate the capability to contribute to a dynamic team that is instrumental in maintaining the safety of personnel, ensuring the reliability of the electric grid, driving continuous improvement, and assisting with the creation of automated solutions to solve operational challenges.

What you will do:

• Ensures the electric transmission system meets demand while maintaining system parameters such as frequency, line flows and transmission-level voltage within prescribed limits.
• Restores service (through SCADA and dispatch of field personnel) to transmission and substation facilities to reduce customer outage time and restore system integrity.
• Provides switch operation training for customers.
• Approves switching orders prior to implementation by less experienced Transmission System Operators, as required.
• Writes, checks, and issues switching orders for transmission and substation facilities consistent with the Transmission Services Safety and Health Handbook, LCRA Transmission Switching Procedures Manual, and System Operations Procedures to ensure safety of field personnel while making transmission and substation facilities available for maintenance and construction activities.
• Coordinates complex switching activities with other utilities to make certain safety and reliability are upheld.
• Ensures appropriate communications on all transmission events to LCRA System Operations management, LCRA Customers, and ERCOT.
• Reviews all written logs pertaining to daily events to ensure proper logging and readability. Ensures that proper documentation is completed to meet all regulatory requirements including but not limited to ERCOT and NERC. Monitors and reports all communication problems on RTU’s and the EMS to ensure vital communications are available for normal and emergency operations.
• Utilizes one-line diagrams as a tool in writing and checking switching orders.
• Coordinates and directs Black Start restoration activities between LCRA TSC field staff, LCRA QSE, LCRA generating units, Independent Power Producer (IPP) generating units, and ERCOT to restore service in the event of a state-wide blackout. Ensuring proper NERC and ERCOT documentation.
• Maintains working knowledge of all System Operations procedures, manuals, handbooks, plans and technology systems.
• Maintains NERC Certification (at the Transmission Operator level) to assure understanding of NERC policies and to meet NERC requirements
• Provides recommendations to System Operations management on operating procedures, EMS enhancements, and training topics to improve processes and procedures.
• Monitors weather conditions to ensure LCRA system operations readiness during adverse weather conditions.
• Maintains working knowledge of Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) and State Estimator tools and applications.
• Has the authority to shed firm load during ERCOT Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) event, or any events where shedding firm load is necessary to maintain the integrity of the transmission grid and/or for the safety of personnel and equipment.
• Has the authority to restore load following force majeure and mandated load shedding events.

What qualifications you must have:

– Nine or more years experience in real-time operation and or field operations and control of electric transmission and/or distribution systems, transmission equipment field operations or power plant operations.
– A degree(s) in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, electronics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
– NERC System Operator Certification or equivalent

What we offer you:

– Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

– 401(k) match up to 8%

– Paid time off, sick leave and disability benefits

– Wellness program including wellness incentive

– Extensive learning & development program

And more – all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Question 7

Transmission System Operator – LCRA

Answer

Transmission System Operator

Job No: 493471
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78732, Austin, TX 78744, Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), Other

Working in Transmission Operations at LCRA is working in the heart of the electric grid in Texas.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the capability to contribute to a dynamic team that is instrumental in maintaining safety of personnel, ensuring the reliability of the electric grid, driving continuous improvement, and assisting with the creation of automated solutions to solve operational challenges.

What you will do:

• Monitors and controls (through SCADA) transmission and substation facilities to ensure transmission line and transformer loading within ratings, a reliable system voltage profile, and operation within first contingency limits. This includes maintaining/restoring acceptable generating unit reactive capacity, line loading, bus voltages, transformer load tap changes, switched capacitors/reactors and operation of transmission breakers/switches. This also includes monitoring and responding to station equipment alarms and grid element voltage/limit alarms.
• Restores service (through SCADA and dispatch of field personnel) to transmission and substation facilities to reduce customer outage time and restore system integrity.
• Writes, checks and issues switching orders for transmission and substation facilities consistent with the Transmission Services Safety and Health Handbook, LCRA Transmission Switching Procedures Manual, and System Operations Procedures to ensure safety of field personnel while making transmission and substation facilities available for maintenance and construction activities.
• Coordinates all switching activities with other utilities to make certain safety and reliability are upheld.
• Ensures appropriate communications on all transmission events to LCRA System Operations management, LCRA Customers, and ERCOT.
• Logs all activities (planned and unplanned events) in the System Operator Daily Log to provide current system status.
• Monitors and reports all communication problems on RTU’s and the EMS to ensure vital communications are available for normal and emergency operations.
• Utilizes one-line diagrams as a tool in writing and checking switching orders.
• Coordinates and directs Black Start restoration activities between LCRA TSC field staff, LCRA QSE, LCRA generating units, Independent Power Producer (IPP) generating units, and ERCOT to restore service in the event of a state-wide blackout.
• Maintains working knowledge of all System Operations procedures, manuals, handbooks, plans and technology systems.
• Maintains NERC Certification (at the Transmission Operator level) to assure understanding of NERC policies and to meet NERC requirements
• Provides recommendations to System Operations management on operating procedures, EMS enhancements, and training topics to improve processes and procedures.
• Monitors weather conditions to ensure LCRA system operations readiness during adverse weather conditions.
• Maintains working knowledge of Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) and State Estimator tools and applications.
• Has the authority to shed firm load during ERCOT Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) event, or any events where shedding firm load is necessary to maintain the integrity of the transmission grid and/or for the safety of personnel and equipment.
• Has the authority to restore load following force majeure and mandated load shedding events.

What qualifications you must have:

– Four or more years experience in real-time operation and control of electric transmission and/or distribution systems, transmission equipment field operations or power plant operations.
– A degree(s) in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, electronics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
– Fluent in the English language
– NERC System Operator Certification or equivalent

What we offer you:

– Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

– 401(k) match up to 8%

– Paid time off, sick leave and disability benefits

– Wellness program including wellness incentive

– Extensive learning & development program

And more – all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Question 8

Manager, Sys Ops Control Center – LCRA

Answer

Manager, Sys Ops Control Center

Job No: 493518
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78732, Austin, TX 78744, Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), Other

LCRA TSC is looking for a Manager of the System Operations Control Center (SOCC) who will lead the System Operations team in safely and reliably operating the transmission system within ERCOT. In this role, you will oversee a group of NERC Certified System Operators and trainees in a real-time, exciting operational environment as they work to safely execute LCRA TSC’s complex capital and maintenance plans, ensure LCRA TSC regulatory compliance, and strive to provide excellent reliable electric service to Central Texans. Your duties will also include establishing and executing departmental direction, responding to real time operational needs, and working with other departments to ensure LCRA TSC’s continued success. Join our team and take full advantage of an opportunity to tangibly enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve.

What you will do:

– Provides leadership and direction to staff. Hires, trains, assigns work, evaluates and manages performance, determines compensation of subordinate staff in compliance with human resources policies and handles all aspects of staff supervision. Maintains awareness of department issues and responds to employee needs and concerns. Communicates with employees to ensure accurate and timely dissemination of information.
– Provides guidance, planning, and technical advice to shifts. Directs alternative work methods and procedures to increase productivity.
– Works with internal and external customers and answers questions from the general public as required. Consults with customers (cities, cooperatives, municipalities) on the impact of LCRA’s transmission systems operations as well as distribution/transmission systems. Explains planned and forced LCRA system outages. Makes trips to customer sites to provide public relations regarding electric transmission operations.
– Works with engineering, planning, field operations management, and technical support staff on operational issues such as equipment outages, scheduled maintenance, operational procedures, and safety

What qualifications you must have:

– Twelve or more years of experience in transmission system operations, planning or engineering, including two or more years of experience supervising employees.
– A degree(s) in math, computer science, engineering, or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
– Driver’s license

What qualifications it would be nice for you to have:

– NERC Transmission System Operator Certification
– Experience in identifying and developing leaders within an organization, establishing cohesive teams, and facilitating a positive organizational culture.
– An understanding of the NERC standards applicable to Transmission Operators (TOP) and a familiarity with ERCOT Operations.
– A history of implementing process and procedural improvements.
– A knowledge of managing teams that work a rotating shift schedule with limited face to face interaction.

What we offer you:

– Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

– 401(k) match up to 8%

– Paid time off, sick leave and disability benefits

– Wellness program including wellness incentive

– Extensive learning & development program

And more – all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Question 9

Operations Shift Supervisor – SDG&E

Answer

Operations Shift Supervisor

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. Learn more about our commitment to delivering clean, safe and reliable energy HERE.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

Primary Purpose:

Has overall responsibility and authority to manage the real-time operations of the SDG&E electric transmission system. Directs and implements real-time actions to ensure the safe and reliable operation of that system and ensure compliance with NERC mandatory reliability standards. Has standing delegated authority from the Company’s Officers per federal requirements to take whatever actions are necessary to ensure electric transmission system reliability. Such actions may include shedding of firm load to prevent or alleviate Transmission System operating emergencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages and directs other NERC Certified Transmission System Operators engaged in the reliable operation and control of the electric transmission system responding to system disturbances to minimize impacts.
Assures compliance with NERC, WECC, CAISO, and other regulatory agency mandatory reliability operating standards and criteria.
Responsible for the SDG&E activities associated with the electric transmission system, including, but not limited to, monitoring and control, review and approval of transmission outages, authorization of field work, and responding to emergency situations.
Conducts and analyzes operating studies, utilizing advanced applications, to monitor and ensure system reliability and anticipates and reacts to contingency risks for unscheduled transmission events or requests.
Manages operating activities, coordinating with the CAISO and other interconnected transmission entities to ensure compliance with all standards, policies and operating procedures applicable to the SDG&E system.
Consistently monitors system conditions in preparation for implementing and managing system emergency and restoration efforts in the event of significant disturbances, including those that result in partial or total electric system shutdown.
Is the Incident Commander (IC) during such transmission system events.
Directs load and system restoration after system disturbances in coordination with the CAISO, other Transmission Operators and Balancing Authorities, PEAK Reliability Coordinator, local generation, and Distribution Operations.
Directs emergency switching operations involving the shifting of loads and shutdown/startup of facilities. Prioritizes the deployment of field crews in order to maintain or restore electric service.
Adheres to and enforces Union contract.
Interfaces directly with outside reliability agencies (North America Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Department of Energy (DOE), California Independent System Operator (CAISO), PEAK Reliability Coordinator (PEAK RC) and electric utilities (Southern California Edison (SCE), Arizona Public Service (APS), Imperial Irrigation District (IID), Mexico (CFE), San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). Communicates and coordinates daily transmission system operations with the CAISO. Distribution Operations and other interconnected transmission entities as appropriate.
Analyzes load forecasts, generation resource adequacy, and schedules outages to ensure grid reliability and adapts plans to address current day situations as necessary.
Supports the development of standard operating procedures as a Subject Matter Expert.
Adheres to and supports Grid Control Standards, Policies and Procedures to ensure system reliability and compliance with mandatory federal standards.
Adheres to and supports SEU Safety Policies and Programs.
Supports the hiring and promoting of subordinate employees; trains subordinates; assigns, directs and reviews their work.
Prepares and maintains related records and reports, attends business meetings, committees, and workshops on behalf of Grid Operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must have knowledge of electrical theory and electric utility operations normally acquired through college level courses and/or an equivalent education, training and experience.
Must have a minimum of 7 to 10 years of directly related operations experience, such as power system operations, power plant operations, substation operations, and transmission operations.
Requires NERC Certification to the Transmission Operator level (must be completed prior to assuming own shift).
Must have the ability to achieve situational awareness and manage system contingencies and emergencies.
Must possess the ability to adapt and multi-task in a rapidly changing environment and be able to perform effectively under emergency and high-pressure situations.
Requires effective leadership abilities and the skill to organize a diverse team (operators, engineers, field personnel) in order to resolve emergency events.
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and a clear leadership presence.
Must be able to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
Must have strong computer skills for monitoring and operating the electric transmission system and use other typical office applications.
Required to work rotating 12-hour shifts in an office-type transmission control center work environment and can be required to work extended shifts. Job can be high stress at time, particularly during system emergencies.
Must be able to distinguish colors and read small print.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 10

Grid Outage Coordination Supervisor – SDG&E

Answer

Grid Outage Coordination Supervisor

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. Learn more about our commitment to delivering clean, safe and reliable energy HERE.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

Primary Purpose:

Manages a team that provides essential support in managing the Electric Transmission Grid in a safe, reliable and economic manner. Manages through subordinate employees the following responsibilities: Evaluates and processes outage requests, tracks capital project movement, identifies power system changes and performs a daily contingency analysis study used to identify operating concerns. Develops a final daily schedule of construction and maintenance activities supported by real-time operating solutions to maintain the electric Transmission System in a normal state within the criteria set forth in the Grid Control Standard Practices. Ensures all CAISO Outage Coordination submittal requirements are met.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages outage coordination team including Outage Coordinators and NERC Certified Transmission System Operators engaged in coordinating and approval of outages on the electric transmission system to operate the system in a safe and reliable manner while meeting company project and financial goals. Directs hiring and promoting subordinate employees; the training of subordinates; the assignment, mentorship, and review of their work; and the compliance with Company affirmative action programs to achieve equal employment opportunity objectives. Supports other department managers with all other Electric Grid Operations hiring efforts.
Manages and conducts daily Transmission System power flow studies to identify thermal and reactive security limit violations that do not meet Grid Control criteria. Conducts operating studies, utilizing advanced applications, to monitor and ensure system reliability and anticipates and reacts to contingency risks for unscheduled transmission events or requests. Coordinates operating activities with the CAISO and other interconnected transmission entities to ensure compliance with all standards, policies and operating procedures applicable to the SDG&E system. Analyzes load forecasts, generation resource adequacy, and schedules outages to ensure grid reliability and adapts plans to address current day situations as necessary. Participates in the development of procedures and adheres to and supports Grid Control Standards, Policies and Procedures to ensure system reliability. Develops remedial action solutions to eliminate or reduce operating security violations to meet Standard Practice guidelines. Enhances Transmission System reliability to the extent possible without adversely impacting productivity and economics. Recommends changes to the daily Transmission Outage Request if it is determined that an unnecessary security risk exists that could cause the loss of firm load. Calculates and imposes operating limits on internal transmission lines, intercompany paths, generation resources and voltage levels to eliminate or reduce operating security limits. Determines the amount of daily San Diego area generation required to maintain Transmission System reliability. Coordinates the most appropriate must-run generation dispatch using SDG&E and California’s Independent System Operator guidelines. Provides an accurate forecast of the system area load profile that will be used in the security analysis process. Understands and complies with the California Independent System Operator and SDG&E operating procedures.
Evaluates, screens and ensures implementation of daily maintenance and construction outage requests. Develops the daily Transmission Outage Request program adhering to Grid Control scheduling criteria and optimizing system reliability. Develops and recommends solutions to resolve conflicting scheduling requests to increase productivity. Coordinates with construction and maintenance personnel to identify unscheduled or real time opportunities to perform work on already outaged facilities. Develops plans to outage and restore facilities that require special testing or switching coordination. Verifies that all related documentation is complete, accurate and clear. Makes notification to all necessary parties of final outage approvals, denials and constraints. Arranges all necessary manpower requirements to implement the daily Transmission Outage Request. Represents Grid Control Transmission Scheduling at meetings involving the coordination of maintenance and construction outages. Maintains short, medium and long-term outage plans and historical databases. Submits outage request plans to the California Independent System Operator within required time frames.
Utilizes Energy Management System related software application programs (power network applications, transmission security management, dispatch training simulator, network status processor, equipment outage scheduling) as related to Grid Control real-time operations. Develops analytical spreadsheets to produce reports using power system data stored in the Plant Information data collection node. Provides technical advice to real-time operations personnel related to unscheduled outages, forecasts and power flow program usage. Represents Grid Control at meetings involving the development and coordination of capital construction projects.
Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Required Qualifications:

H.S. Diploma/GED is required.
6+ years – related experience typically gained through power systems operations is required.
Previous outage coordination and/or supervisory/leadership experience in a related operating or engineering field is required.
Must have experience in power system control area concepts, interconnected operations, power grid circuit analysis, principles and procedures is required.
Must have expertise in power system operations, principles and procedures.
A thorough understanding of electric system dynamics, transmission apparatus, protective relaying schemes, transmission switching procedures and control schemes specifically relating to transmission reliability is required.
Strong analytical/logical reasoning ability is required to be successful in the position.
Must be motivated self-starting individual.
Must be able to multi-task and work under time-sensitive / high-pressure situations requiring the ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced organization.
Must possess the ability to work alone as well as work efficiently within a team environment.
Must understand the dynamics of the SDG&E Transmission System and the surrounding service areas.
Must have an understanding of electric utility installations and components to support efficient coordination of electric transmission maintenance and construction activities.
Must have a working knowledge of California Independent System Operator operations as they apply to SDG&E.
Must be knowledgeable of Grid Control Standard Practices, Control Procedures and related documentation.
Must be able to read and interpret electric diagrams, maps and schematics.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Requires effective leadership abilities and the skill to organize a diverse team (operators, engineers, field personnel) in order to resolve emergency events.
Must be able to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
Must have strong oral and written communication skills and a clear leadership presence.
Must be willing to travel.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering is desired.
10+ years – Directly related experience, such as power system operations, power plant operations, substation operations, and transmission operations.
Experience with Power Network Applications, Training Simulators and Network Status Processor development, training experience and group presentations is desirable but not required.
In-depth knowledge of SDG&E’s electric grid system and operations is a plus.

Licenses and Certifications

Successful candidate must hold NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification or obtain certification within 9 months.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 11

Energy Management Systems Analyst – SDG&E

Answer

Energy Management Systems Analyst

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. Learn more about our commitment to delivering clean, safe and reliable energy HERE.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

Primary Purpose:

This position primarily is responsible for maintaining and developing SDG&E EMS computer software. The primary function of the EMS is to monitor and control the SDG&E’s Bulk Power transmission system. Monitors all EMS workstations and servers and interpret the logs, on 5 different systems namely, primary EMS (MCC,) backup EMS (BCC,) Quality Assurance System (QAS,) Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) and PI reporting system, on a 24X7 basis, to ensure the system’s compliance with NERC CIP requirements. Make continuous improvements to EMS systems to ensure the SDG&E grid control center has necessary tools to sufficiently operate the SDG&E transmission grid. Contribute in developing new, enhanced and improved applications and monitoring software to improve the reliability and availability of SDG&E transmission grid operations. Work on maintaining the SDG&E’s real-time EMS (Energy Management System), including system upgrades, integration, databases, and software and applications support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs all or part of software patching and software release upgrades to ensure the SDG&E transmission grid reliability as well as the NERC CIP-002 through CIP-009 compliance. Conducts daily evaluations of EMS real-time control systems operations in order to reach the best system performance; communicates with the dispatchers, engineers and field crews; perform troubleshooting, problem analysis and resolution.
Manages and works on small EMS related projects from inception to completion, with minimum supervision. Troubleshoots and maintains the ICCP data transfer to the California ISO, SCE and WECC, the SCADA real-time RTU telemetry, as well as the Power System Application software, on the EMS at MCC, BCC, QAS, DTS and PI to ensure that the SDG&E Transmission Control Center Operators are provided with the necessary tools to reliably operate the SDG&E transmission grid.
Works with the SDG&E Grid Control Team to incorporate the necessary EMS/SCADA database updates/changes for the SDG&E Grid Substations Remote Terminal Units (RTUs.) Work with the RTU Technicians to test the RTU telemetry of the Analog, Status and Accumulator points to ensure that the field RTUs correctly communicates with the EMS/SCADA.
Actively participates in cross-training for all integrated real-time control systems, maintain software documentation library and update the EMSO cookbook.
Works with other staff as a team when necessary; keep others informed of system changes, updates and programs that impact the real-time control systems.
Participates in Company-wide efforts to integrate data communication networks to provide power system data to company’s internal staff, other utility companies and California ISO.
Keeps up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet NERC, FERC or WECC standards and regulatory requirements, and California deregulation requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information System, or Mathematics.
Requires a minimum of three years of experience related to the software development and operational support of real-time control systems. In addition, two years of experience on supporting distributed (client/server environment) computer system is highly desirable.
Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

* May be filled at a higher level depending on candidate experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 12

EMS Program Analyst – SDG&E

Answer

EMS Program Analyst

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. Learn more about our commitment to delivering clean, safe and reliable energy HERE.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

Primary Purpose:

This position primarily is responsible for maintaining and developing SDG&E EMS computer software. The primary function of the EMS is to monitor and control the SDG&E’s Bulk Power transmission system. Monitors all EMS workstations and servers and interpret the logs, on 5 different systems namely, primary EMS (MCC,) backup EMS (BCC,) Quality Assurance System (QAS,) Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) and PI reporting system, on a 24X7 basis, to ensure the system’s compliance with NERC CIP requirements. Make continuous improvements to EMS systems to ensure the SDG&E grid control center has necessary tools to sufficiently operate the SDG&E transmission grid. Contribute in developing new, enhanced and improved applications and monitoring software to improve the reliability and availability of SDG&E transmission grid operations. Work on maintaining the SDG&E’s real-time EMS (Energy Management System), including system upgrades, integration, databases, and software and applications support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs all or part of software patching and software release upgrades to ensure the SDG&E transmission grid reliability as well as the NERC CIP-002 through CIP-009 compliance.
Conducts daily evaluations of EMS real-time control systems operations in order to reach the best system performance; communicates with the dispatchers, engineers and field crews; performs troubleshooting, problem analysis and resolution.
Manages and works on small EMS related projects from inception to completion, with minimum supervision.
Troubleshoots and maintains the ICCP data transfer to the California ISO, SCE and WECC, the SCADA real-time RTU telemetry, as well as the Power System Application software, on the EMS at MCC, BCC, QAS, DTS and PI to ensure that the SDG&E Transmission Control Center Operators are provided with the necessary tools to reliably operate the SDG&E transmission grid.
Works with the SDG&E Grid Control Team to incorporate the necessary EMS/SCADA database updates/changes for the SDG&E Grid Substations Remote Terminal Units (RTUs.) Works with the RTU Technicians to test the RTU telemetry of the Analog, Status and Accumulator points to ensure that the field RTUs correctly communicates with the EMS/SCADA.
Actively participates in cross-training for all integrated real-time control systems, maintains software documentation library and update the EMSO cookbook.
Works with other staff as a team when necessary; keeps others informed of system changes, updates and programs that impact the real-time control systems.
Participates in Company-wide efforts to integrate data communication networks to provide power system data to company’s internal staff, other utility companies and California ISO.
Keeps up with the latest developments in the utility industry, to meet NERC, FERC or WECC standards and regulatory requirements, and California deregulation requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information System, or Mathematics.
Requires a minimum of three years of experience related to the software development and operational support of real-time control systems.
Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Desired Qualifications:

In addition, two years of experience on supporting distributed (client/server environment) computer system is highly desirable.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 13

Distribution Systems Operator Trainer – SDG&E

Answer

Distribution Systems Operator Trainer

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come. Learn more about our commitment to delivering clean, safe and reliable energy HERE.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best. Learn more about benefits HERE.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of SDG&E. Empowering our employees to be their whole selves at work is our competitive advantage. This is where new ideas come from and meaningful collaboration gets an authentic start. By bringing together people with different perspectives, diverse backgrounds and real commitment to their own individuality, we have built a stronger business. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion HERE.

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for developing and delivering training to ensure SDG&E distribution system operating personnel (Journeymen/Trainees) are adequately trained, consistent with CPUC General Orders, NERC, WECC, and SDGE operating standards/procedures and training requirements. Must keep up to date with the ever-changing regulatory and operational requirements. All documentation and training efforts must be continually updated, and training requirements developed and presented to the Distribution System Operators/Trainees to conform to those changes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Delivers initial training program materials to electric Distribution System Operator (DSO) trainees, on the 4 and 12 kV electric distribution system including substations.
Learns and delivers initial training on the Network Management System (NMS) application and SCADA to Trainees.
Develops simulations and train/test Distribution System Operators and Trainees on the NMS Training Simulator.
Develops and delivers continual training to the journeyman Distribution System Operators.
Prepares/revises training materials and ensure compliance with CPUC General Orders and NERC and WECC policy compliance.
Participates in applicable regional Train the Trainer workshops and activities.
Researches new equipment and applications and write training guides to facilitate training.
Represents SDG&E at internal and external events.
Provides assistance in guiding vendor efforts to develop additional detailed training materials.
Reviews and revises standard operating documents (DOPs) to support training activities.
Delivers authorization training to Distribution personnel and field crews throughout the company as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
This position requires a detailed knowledge of electric power system operations.
Five years related experience is required.
Must have demonstrated ability to communicate technical information in a clear concise manner to the learning level of the student and have demonstrated ability in decision-making, prioritizing activities, coordination of training activities and multi-tasking.
Must be proficient in computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, etc) and have a working knowledge of NMS/SCADA.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
May be required to work extended hours, move around room to assist others, and travel to participate in outside activities.
Must be able to distinguish colors.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in relevant field is desired.
Experience as a Distribution System Operator and previous experience as an instructor is highly desirable. Completion of Train the Trainer course with emphasis on systematic approach to training is required to continue in the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 14

NERC System Operator Trainer – SDG&E

Answer

NERC System Operator Trainer

Job Description

About San Diego Gas & Electric

At SDG&E, we are committed to the community we call home, delivering clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people we serve in San Diego and southern Orange counties. Our commitment means we are creating a sustainable future by providing almost 45 percent of its electricity from renewable sources; modernizing natural gas pipelines; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; supporting numerous non-profit partners; and, investing in innovative technologies to ensure safe and reliable operation of the region’s infrastructure for generations to come.

Our highly trained and responsive employees with their diverse skills, talents and ideas are the reason we can deliver on our commitment and are building America’s best energy company. They are also the reason why we have been recognized with the industry’s most coveted awards. Our employees undertake challenging work, and receive highly competitive compensation and benefits. As one of the region’s largest employers, we’re always searching for talented and bright people to join our team. After all, it takes the best to build the best.

Primary Purpose:

Develops and delivers training to ensure SDGE transmission system operating personnel are adequately trained consistent with FERC, NERC, WECC, CAISO, and SDGE operating standards/procedures and training requirements. Monitor the ever-changing regulatory and operational training requirements. Continually update documentation and training materials/efforts. Develop and revised as needed training requirements. Train system operators to conform to the new requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops in-house training course content with instructor training guides for initial and continual training and obtain and maintain NERC approval for courses and continuing education credits. Provides assistance in guiding vendor efforts to develop additional detailed training material. Review and revise standard operating documents to support training activities. Develops and implement training materials necessary to deliver applicable training online. Develop NERC required simulations on the Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS).
Delivers classroom led instruction of in house and vendor NERC approved courses for initial and continual training, including Dispatcher Training Simulator.
Ensures NERC compliance with reliability standards pertaining to NERC certified operator training requirements for System Operators. Tracks compliance with and submit applicable compliance reports. Periodically reviews training modules and reliability standards for applicability and compliance and modify as necessary.
Participates in applicable regional trainer activities. Provides authorization training to field crews throughout the company as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Required Qualifications:

S. Diploma/GED is required.
5 years – NERC certified System Operator experience is required.
Detailed knowledge of electric power system operations.

Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information in a clear concise manner to the learning level of the student.
Demonstrated ability in decision-making, prioritizing activities, coordination of training activities and multi-tasking.
Proficient in computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point, etc.) and have a working knowledge of EMS/SCADA.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree is desired.
Previous experience as an instructor is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:

Completion of NERC System Operator certification is required to continue in the position is required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

Please Click here to Apply or www.sdge.com/careers

Competitive Benefits Package:

Competitive salaries
Performance Incentives
Cash balance pension program
401k with employer match
Affordable healthcare, dental and vision
Generous vacation and flex days
Employee Giving Programs including charitable donations, volunteer incentive program, and scholarship programs
Substantial educational reimbursement
Employee Professional Development
Passport card for significant discounts at local restaurants and entertainment venues
On site cafes, walking trail, gym, yoga, chair massages

Question 15

Program Director – ARPA-E

Answer

ARPA-E Program Director

ARPA-E’S MISSION

ARPA-E is the Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency—Energy.

ARPA-E brings together top minds in energy R&D and commercialization, to change what’s possible.

ARPA-E team members share a commitment to make an impact—to enhance the United States’ economic competitiveness, energy security, and environmental sustainability.

ARPA-E supports nascent technologies with the potential to transform America’s energy landscape that are not ready for significant private investment.

ARPA-E’s mission is to de-risk these potential high-impact technologies at key make-or-break points early in the development cycle.

Position Description

Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Summary: ARPA-E hires Program Directors (PD) with visionary ideas to help support the development of innovative energy technologies.

PD Responsibilities:

Program Development
Through appropriate technical and market analysis, and engagement with the ARPA‐E team and energy R&D communities, the PD develops a concept for an ARPA‐E program. He or she must then defend that concept in the face of challenging but constructive criticism from other ARPA‐E team members. Once through this crucible, the PD leads the drafting of the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and manages all stages of the procurement process, which includes peer review of concept papers and full applications. This culminates in the PD recommending performer awards to agency leaders.

Project Management
Once a program’s projects have been awarded, the PD actively manages that program, including full development of technical milestones and an intellectual property/commercialization strategy for each project through its completion. Management requires extensive, “hands-on” work with project performers in the field. The PD is responsible for adjusting, re‐scoping, extending, or canceling projects during the performance period. The PD’s project portfolio includes all projects in his/her program area(s) and may include other ongoing ARPA‐E projects as required.

Other Duties
A PD carries ARPA‐E’s endorsement as a thought leader both within DOE and to the external R&D community. A PD develops best practices as part of continually improving how ARPA‐E does business. A PD also evaluates other PD candidates, leads or serves on ad hoc groups as required for specific tasks, and provides peer review to other PDs’ program concepts.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Initial term of hire is three years, with renewal options.
ARPA-E will consider hiring individuals from universities and other nonprofit organizations via the Intergovernment Personnel Act (IPA).
U.S. citizenship is required.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Required qualifications

Strong vision for specific program areas that are ripe for ARPA-E investment, i.e., those likely to develop transformational energy technologies
Relevant energy-related experience in academia, industry, and/or technology investment
Ability to span science and engineering disciplines and understand market requirements and realities, preferably with experience in starting a company and/or delivering a product to market
Strong background in communication, program management, and technology transfer
Demonstrated leadership in communicating a vision and bringing different communities together to catalyze something new; clear and authoritative decision-making
Deeply knowledgeable in at least one scientific/engineering area with demonstrated creativity/originality in using new approaches and connecting seemingly disparate ideas
Passionate about solving energy challenges, even if lacking previous direct experience in energy science and technology
Comfort with a high level of risk and uncertainty; ability to be flexible with regard to technical area, market assessment, and workload (substantial travel may be required)

Especially relevant backgrounds include, but are not limited to

Electrical power systems
Electrochemical energy storage and conversion
Photovoltaic energy conversion
Advanced engines/vehicle technologies
Chemical catalysis/reaction engineering for biofuels, industrial processes, and other energy applications
Biological approaches to energy conversion/biofuels
Low temperature waste heat recapture/thermodynamic and/or solid state cycles
Fossil energy conversion/carbon capture and conversion
Wind power/ocean and wave power/aerodynamics and fluid dynamics
Grid scale energy storage
Energy harvesting materials and devices
Building efficiency technologies/HVAC/building envelope/smart buildings
Advanced lighting technologies
Advanced materials for energy applications

TO APPLY

Highly qualified candidates should submit a resume and brief preliminary description of a new ARPA-E program concept that they propose to develop and execute here. (https://arpa-e.energy.gov/?q=arpa-e-site-page/job-opportunities#op-152897-program-director)

Question 16

Environmental Scientist/ Project Scientist – Energy Renewal Partners

Answer

Environmental Scientist/ Project Scientist – Energy Renewal Partners

Description: Energy Renewal Partners, a leading Austin, TX based full service environmental consultancy seeks to hire an Environmental Scientist or Project Scientist to assist with our expanding portfolio of energy sector projects. The position will be based in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities: The Environmental Scientist/Project Scientist will primarily support permitting, planning, siting, regulatory, and other needs associated with development and implementation of renewable energy projects. Responsibilities may include any of the following:

Coordinating efficient environmental and regulatory review and permitting of projects
Assisting in development of environmental review and permitting strategy
Preparation of applications to agencies and regulatory entities
Regular coordination with regulators to determine project permitting requirements and ensure all permitting requirements are met
Preparation of milestone schedules and budgets and coordination with Project Managers to ensure permitting schedule and budget are met
Assisting in ensuring permit compliance during construction and operation phase of projects
Providing permitting constraints for prospect wind farms
Conduct environmental fatal flaws/constraints analyses for proposed wind energy projects
Designing and implementing field surveys/studies for biological, avian, wetland, cultural, and other key environmental requirements for renewable energy projects

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science or related field; Master’s degree in related field preferred
4-6 years of environmental consulting experience, experience with renewable energy permitting a plus
Experience with NEPA, ESA, and other relevant state and federal environmental regulations
Experience with Phase I ESAs, wetland delineation and permitting, protected species habitat assessments, SPCC Plans, and stormwater inspections
Experience conducting environmental fatal flaws/constraints analyses a plus
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated project planning and implementation skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Willingness and ability to travel and conduct field investigations under potentially challenging environmental conditions
Ability to anticipate and resolve problems
Effective communication with coworkers, clients, and regulators. Excellent verbal and written skills are necessary

When you join ERP, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of being part of a close team working in an approachable, collaborative, and supportive environment. You’ll be surrounded by highly motivated, high-achieving professionals who strive to have a transformational impact every day. We’ll take care of you with industry leading medical, dental and vision plans and many more benefits that allow us – and you – to continue to be amazing!

Contact: Please send resume and cover letter to: Jobs@energyrenewalpartners.com

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